Who We Are
The Irish Sport and Exercise Sciences Association is an all-island non-profit organisation and the representative body for the Sport and Exercise Sciences community in Ireland. The ISESA is an associate member of the International Confederation of Sport and Exercise Sciences Practice (ICSESP).
Our Vision
Ensure high academic and professional standards
Our Mission
Signal to employers, clients and peers that you have the training and experience that aligns with industry standards
Collaboration
Inclusion
Excellence
Strategic Objectives
Objective 1
Establish ISESA as the representative body of members of the sport and exercise sciences community in Ireland.
Objective 2
Promote evidence-informed practice within the sport and exercise sciences community.
Objective 3
Facilitate all-island collaborative impact through integrated learning, networking and research initiatives.
Objective 4
Develop accreditation pathways for members.
Board Members
Administration
Committee Members
Dr David Nolan
Dublin City UniversityAssistant Professor in Sport and Exercise Sciences | Strength and Conditioning, Exercise Physiology
Dr Denise Martin
Atlantic Technological UniversityLecturer | Sports Performance Analysis
Dr Jack Hickey
Maynooth UniversityAssistant Professor | Sports injury prevention and rehabilitation
Dr John Perry
University of LimerickHead of Department, Physical Education and Sport Sciences | Sport Psychology
Prof Kate Pumpa
University College DublinBoard Member, Chair of Accreditation Committee | Sports Nutrition and Exercise Physiology
Prof Tom Comyns
University of LimerickProfessor of Strength and Conditioning | Strength and Conditioning
Dr Edward Coughlan
Munster Technological UniversitySenior Lecturer in Skill Acquisition | Skill Acquisition